Assistant Professor- Instructional Leadership Online, Non-Tenured

University of West Alabama:
Academic Affairs:
College of

Education:

Department of Instructional Leadership and Support Location

University of West Alabama

Aug 18, 2026

This position supports the preparation of school leaders who are committed to student engagement and success, data-informed decision-making, and instructional excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach graduate courses in Instructional Leadership in online and/or blended formats per term (Fall and Spring).
• Design and deliver engaging, high-quality instruction aligned with program outcomes and state standards.
• Facilitate meaningful discussions and provide timely, constructive feedback to support candidate growth.
• Assess student performance using clear, standards-based evaluation practices.
• Maintain regular communication with students and program faculty. Student emails should be responded to within 24 hours.
• Contribute to continuous program improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in Instructional Leadership, Educational Leadership, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience teaching graduate-level courses in educational research, educational statistics, quantitative and qualitative research methods, and data analysis in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated effectiveness teaching in online and/or blended learning environments.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, faculty, and administration.
• Commitment to academic excellence, professional integrity, and student success.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience fostering inclusive learning environments that support diverse student populations.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in higher education, preferably within a College of Education or educator preparation program, with knowledge of program administration, accreditation, assessment, curriculum, and continuous improvement processes.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle).
• Experience teaching working professionals in graduate programs.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a P-12 school setting.
• Knowledge of school improvement processes, data analysis, curriculum leadership, or educational policy.
• Experience mentoring aspiring school leaders.

The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.

AA/EO Employer.

Minority applications encouraged.